1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1972 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT has automatic transmission and 1972 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1972 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 2004 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | Mercury | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Montego | GT |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2550 mm |